What This Document Is
This is a course syllabus for a graduate-level seminar (CS 796) offered through the Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at West Virginia University. It outlines the expectations, policies, and logistical details for students enrolled in this one-credit hour course during the Spring 2014 semester. The syllabus serves as a foundational guide for navigating the seminar and understanding how to successfully complete the course requirements. It details the course’s objectives and how student performance will be evaluated.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is essential for any student registered for, or considering enrolling in, this graduate seminar. It clarifies the grading structure, attendance requirements, and acceptable types of seminar participation. Understanding the information contained within will help students effectively plan their semester, identify relevant events, and ensure they meet all criteria for course credit. It’s particularly useful during the initial weeks of the semester to establish a clear understanding of expectations.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides a framework for the course but does not contain the specific details of individual seminar presentations or the content discussed within those seminars. It outlines *how* to earn credit, but not *what* will be presented at each seminar. It also doesn’t include a detailed schedule of seminar topics beyond the general meeting time and location. Students will need to access the associated eCampus page for a complete calendar and specific seminar information.
What This Document Provides
* Course logistics: including meeting times, location, and instructor contact information.
* An overview of the course’s primary objective and learning goals.
* Detailed information regarding the course’s pass/fail grading policy.
* Definitions of eligible seminar types (official vs. unofficial) and examples of what qualifies.
* Guidelines for appropriate seminar etiquette and professional conduct.
* Instructions for accessing and utilizing the course’s eCampus webpage.
* A statement regarding academic integrity and expectations for attendance reporting.